Starry Night Cocktail Party

When throwing a party — whether it’s around the holidays or not — it helps to clear a little room for guests to gather around the food — since we know we all do it!

Tucking dining chairs against the walls and away in other rooms helps make meeting new people and navigating the snacks in the dining area easier.

Set the tone for a starry night cocktail party with a pretty wall tapestry or table linens detailing the constellations in the night sky.

Use a side table, bar cart or buffet to the best advantage by planning a drink station for guests. Creating a cocktail recipe that can be made in advance in bulk means more time for the host or hostess to mingle.

Mixers, glassware, and ice should be easy for guests to reach.